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After a series of high-profile suicides last year, one restaurant owner in Sacramento, Calif., decided to confront a problem plaguing kitchens around the country. The fast-paced, high-pressure environment and often low wages can take its toll on workers' mental health. His peer-to-peer counseling and support program, “I Got Your Back,” is now starting to spread. John Yang from PBS NewsHour reports.

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In this episode of Kentucky Health, host Dr. Wayne Tuckson welcomes Dr. Bruce A. Scott, president of the Kentucky Medical Association, to discuss the legislation that passed in Frankfort earlier this year, how it will benefit health care in the state, and the KMA’s health policy priorities for 2020. Read more and watch the episode.

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Dale Suttles, president of Sunrise Children's Services talks about the organization's mission and services. Since 1869, Sunrise has helped Kentucky's children in crisis whether by abuse or neglect connect with families and services that help them overcome tragic and challenging circumstances.

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Dr. Tuckson speaks with Kerri Verden, program administrator of the Kentucky Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program; and Priscilla Ewing, a former smoker and a tobacco cessation coach at Portland Family Health Center.

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In his latest Making $ense column, Phil Moeller of PBS explains the levels of Medicare eligibility and different signup periods and responds to viewer questions about Medicare, senior care, and Social Security.